Research Interests
writingwriting pedagogywriting for social changeethnographyAmish literacyliteracy studiesstudent success
Opportunities
Work Study Positions Available: No
Grant Funded Positions Available: No
Course-Credit Research Opportunities Available: No
Volunteer Research Positions Available: No
Biography
Dr. Adkins received her BA in English from Marshall University in West Virginia and her MA in English and PhD in Rhetoric and Composition from the University of Louisville. She also holds a graduate certificate in Women's and Gender Studies from the University of Louisville and a certificate in Women in Leadership from Cornell University. She served the students of Texas A&M University- Commerce for nine years, first as a faculty member in English, then as the Director of the Writing Center and the First-Year Writing Program, and finally as Dean of University College. In 2018 she joined the administration at West Chester University where she served first as Associate Provost for Student Success and Dean of the University College, and then as interim Associate Vice President for Student Affairs. While Dr. Adkins has taught a number of courses in writing, pedagogy, and gender studies, her career has often been focused on supporting students’ experiences and learning outside of the classroom, whether it be through academic support services, engagement, program development, or onboarding. When not at work, she enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with her spouse and two orange cats.
